7 Differences Between Alocasia Melo & Alocasia Maharani

7 Differences Between Alocasia Melo & Alocasia Maharani

The two aroid houseplants Alocasia Melo and Alocasia Maharani are thick, richly textured elephant ears. Both are green, share a similar shape in leaf and habit, and need the same care. These traits make them difficult to tell apart at first. But with closer inspection, you’ll easily tell the difference. Though both dwarf or jewel…

How To Grow A Happy Alocasia Black Velvet (Care Guide)

How To Grow A Happy Alocasia Black Velvet (Care Guide)

Commonly a favorite among houseplant enthusiasts, the Alocasia “Black Velvet” is a beautiful and compact plant known for its eye-catching foliage. Native to the jungles of Borneo in Southeast Asia, this jewel alocasia has dramatic dark leaves that are almost completely black with bold grey veins.  The Black Velvet was once a very rare find,…